2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 174 kg more than 1988 Lincoln Mark VII.
Because 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
